Horticulture Sector Reaches Record $18.4 Billion Production Value

Australia’s horticulture sector has achieved its highest production value ever, reaching $18.4 billion for 2024–25, up 6 per cent on the previous year, according to the latest Australian Horticulture Statistics Handbook.

The substantial growth was led by fruit, with avocados, table grapes and citrus driving production value to a record $7.3 billion.

Citrus alone reached more than $1.2 billion at the farm gate, while bananas, melons and dried grapes also set new highs.

Vegetables climbed to $6 billion in value, despite a slight fall in production volume, thanks to strong prices for potatoes, tomatoes, cucumbers, lettuce and capsicums.

Nuts continued their expansion, rising 13 per cent to $1.7 billion, with almonds achieving a record export value of $1.3 billion.

The nursery sector increased 4 per cent to $2.8 billion, remaining one of the largest categories in horticulture.

Hort Innovation CEO Brett Fifield said the results reflect strong domestic demand, improved seasonal conditions and a robust export performance.

“The industry is scaling and strengthening, even as growers face ongoing cost pressures,” he said.

The handbook covers more than 70 categories, providing a vital guide for investment and industry planning, and helping growers remain competitive globally.

A further round of regional data is expected to be released before the end of the financial year.